PRODUCT AND SERVICES CATALOGUE BATTLE PROVEN SINCE 1912 F88 F88SA1 L1A1 SLR Lee-Enfield .303 PRODUCTION OF THE F88 PRODUCTION OF THE L1A1 AUSTEYR COMMENCES THE F88 EVOLUTION BEGINS WITH SLR COMMENCES After extensive testing and careful selec- THE F88-SA1 MANUFACTURE OF SHORT MAGAZINE tion by the Commonwealth of Australia, The Austeyr evolution starts with an LEE ENFIELD RIFLES TO SUPPORT THE Over 10 years the SAF will manufacture over 220,000 L1A1 SLR rifles, of which the Steyr AUG is selected as the next upgrade program for F88 rifles. The new WAR EFFORT more than half are exported. Lithgow individual rifle for the Australian Defence F88-SA1 incorporates a Picatinny rail The 1,500 men and women of the Lithgow produces the automatic, heavy barrel L2A1 Force. Licenced production at the SAF allowing the fitment of modern target SAF manufacture over 100,000 SMLE rifles, AR in lesser numbers. Both are later issued begins in 1988, and with derived models acquisition systems. bayonets and accoutrements to equip to soldiers travelling to Vietnam. and rebuilds, more than 100,000 rifles will Australian soldiers. be produced over the life of the platform. 1912 1914 1939 1959 1962 1988 1994 2003 10.30 AM 8TH JUNE HIS MANUFACTURING BROADENS IN F1 SUBMACHINE F89 MINIMI IS EXCELLENCY THE GOVERNOR ANTICIPATION OF WAR PRODUCTION BEGINS MANUFACTURED AND DELIVERED GENERAL, LORD DENMAN OPENS Lithgow SAF manufacturing expands Lithgow begins production of the F1 TO THE MILITARY THE LITHGOW SAF to include the Vickers and Bren Submachine gun which is later issued The FN Herstal MINIMI is selected for The Lithgow Small Arms Factory (SAF) machine guns in anticipation of to troops in Vietnam. The factory service within the Australian Defence is established and the growth of a conflict and then in support of produces 25,000 F1s over the Force, renamed the F89. Lithgow reputation for engineering excellence Australian war efforts coming 11 years. begins manufacture of the F89 and and precision mass-production begins. returns to manufacturing 24 hours a day on 12 hour shifts. F1 VICKERS F89 EF88 LA101 LA102 THE F88 EVOLUTION BEGINS WITH AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCE THE LA101 CROSSOVER IS CREATED THE LA102 CROSSOVER IS CREATED THE F88-SA1 COMMITS TO EF88 Lithgow Arms first civilian rifle, the LA101 LA102 CrossOver short action centrefire is The Austeyr evolution starts with an The Australian military commits to an CrossOver, is designed and manufactured produced, consolidating Lithgow’s position upgrade program for F88 rifles. The new enhanced F88 program. The resultant F90 entirely by the factory. The new rimfire as a manufacturer of high quality firearms. F88-SA1 incorporates a Picatinny rail rifle is significantly lighter, more accurate receives a very positive reception and allowing the fitment of modern target and reliable than even the makes a successful market debut . acquisition systems. F88-SA2 platform. 2003 2009 2011 2012 2013 2015 2016 THE F88-SA2 IS CREATED AND 100 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE F90 RIFLES DELIVERED TO THE BRINGS SIGNIFICANT LITHGOW SMALL ARMS FACTORY AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCE RELIABILITY IMPROVEMENTS Now commercially trading under After extensive testing and user trials TO THE F88 RIFLE the brand Lithgow Arms, the factory the F90 is accepted into service and The F88 evolution continues with celebrates 100 years of small delivered to Australian soldiers, with the introduction of the significantly arms manufacture. 30,000 rifles planned over five years. improved F88-SA2. Reliability of the F88 platform is significantly enhanced and the rifle is battle proven by Australian soldiers in Afghanistan almost immediately. F90 F88SA2 ABOUT US QUALITY \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\ \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\ Lithgow Arms is a brand built on 100 years of Originally conceived as a factory to make and Lithgow Arms strives for unparalleled quality weapons expertise at the small arms factory at support weapons created elsewhere, Lithgow across all our products and services and is Lithgow in New South Wales, Australia. Arms has evolved over recent years into a AS 9001 2008 Quality Management Systems We have proudly supported Australia’s soldiers true small arms designer and manufacturer. accredited. At Lithgow Arms our people know on battlefields around the world since 1912. Our team includes local experts, people with firsthand that quality is demanded by the From Gallipoli, Fromelles and Pozières to international experience from some of the sporting shooter, hunter and soldier alike. North Africa, Borneo and Kokoda, and from world’s most renowned arms manufacturers, Korea, Malaya and Vietnam to East Timor, as well as former military personnel. Iraq and Afghanistan, Australian troops have carried weapons made in Lithgow. COMMUNITY \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\ Lithgow Arms supports Soldier On, which is a not-for-profit organisation that helps serving and ex-serving men and women who are physically or psychologically affected by their service. By providing support to these individuals and their families, Soldier On enhances their rehabilitation, inspires them to work towards recovery, connects them with their broader community and empowers them through education and employment to achieve a stable and secure future. To find out more, go to www.soldieron.org.au 321 322 CONTENTS \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\ MILITARY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT.......................4 SPORT AND HUNTING PRODUCTS..........................19 TECHNICAL SERVICES............................................28 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS...................................30 323 MILITaRY aND LaW ENFORCEMENT \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\ CONTENTS \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\ F90 ASSAULT RIFLE..................6 F90 FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT....11 SL40 GRENADE LAUNCHER....... 13 SYSTEM INTEGRATION............. 16 324 325 F90 aSSaULT rifle \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\ The F90 is one of the lightest assault rifles on the market at 3.25 kg, enabling fast reaction times and rapid target engagement, a clear advantage in close quarters combat. NATO standard rails and NATO ammunition interoperability provide adaptability for a wide range of mission profiles. Packing a punch, the F90 includes an integrated side loading 40 mm grenade launcher that can be attached in just a few seconds by the soldier – a potentially decisive capability providing flexibility on operations. The grenade launcher itself is equipped with a lightweight robust holographic sight that ensures rapid target acquisition, can be used at night, and is compatible with night vision goggles. Manufacturing began in 2014, with initial deliveries made to Australian Army units in early 2015. Extreme reliability coupled with designated marksman accuracy, low weight and comfort represent the very pinnacle of bullpup development. The F90 rifle is now available to military and law enforcement customers in a variety of configurations, colours and barrel lengths. 326 327 BULLPUP ADVANTAGE BALANCE A longer barrel with a reduced The centre of gravity is located overall length, optimised balance immediately above the pistol grip, and superior ergonomics provide significantly reducing operator tangible improvements to lethality handling fatigue while improving in all combat environments. target engagement times. SL40 GRENADE LAUNCHER OPTIONAL SEMI-AUTO ONLY Grenade launcher integration Semi-automatic only configurations via lower rail interface allows provide first responders the option to instant, tool free fitment and apply escalated, discriminate force removal, reducing weight and in times of emergency or crisis. enhancing system flexibility. FUTURE PROOF OPTIONAL MUZZLE DEVICES Future proof modular design allows F90 is available suppressor ready with incremental and affordable fleet quick disconnect flash suppressors updates without factory refit. F90 and muzzle brakes. Supplied muzzle design enables electronic architecture brakes reduce felt recoil by as much upgrades as device technology as 30%, enhancing the user’s ability becomes available to customers. to apply accurate, rapid fire. COLOUR OPTIONS BLANK FIRE SYSTEM Cerakote™ surface treatment The F90 blank fire system provides provides a military customer the reliable blank fire with the assured ability to order F90 in any catalogue safety of a bullet trap design. colour or colour scheme, including The system is certificated to catch Cerakote™ GEN II Firearms Coatings multiple steel core projectiles in with reduced near IR reflectivity. case of ammunition